Different Types of Surgery for Thyroid Eye Disease Explained
Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) is a complex, autoimmune disease that can cause inflammation and remodeling of the tissues around the eyes (1,2). TED typically progresses via an active/inflammatory phase followed
Dr. Raymond Douglas to Appear on The Balancing Act® to Spotlight Thyroid Eye Disease Awareness
Renowned physician Dr. Raymond Douglas will be featured in an upcoming local segment of The Balancing Act®, a nationally recognized program dedicated to education and awareness around rare and often
How Thyroid Eye Disease Can Impact Mental Health
Living with thyroid eye disease (TED) often feels like coping with two conditions at once, not only the physical changes around the eyes but also the emotional and psychological toll
Signs You Might Need Orbital Decompression Surgery
Thyroid Eye Disease (TED), also known as Graves’ orbitopathy or Graves’ eye disease, is an autoimmune disorder affecting tissues around the eye (orbital fat, muscles, connective tissue) (1,2). Orbital decompression
Hearing Loss Risks Associated With Tepezza
The approval of Tepezza® (teprotumumab) has been a major advancement in the treatment of thyroid eye disease (TED) (1). As the first FDA-approved medication specifically for TED, it has helped
Can Thyroid Eye Disease Affect Only One Eye?
Thyroid eye disease (TED) is a complex autoimmune condition affecting the tissues around the eyes and is commonly associated with other thyroid conditions, such as Graves’ disease (1). It is
What Scientists Are Learning About Fibroblasts in TED Progression
Thyroid eye disease (TED), or Graves’ orbitopathy, is a complex autoimmune condition that causes inflammation and tissue remodeling behind and around the eyes (1,2). It is a leading cause of
Why Is TED Often Misdiagnosed?
Our immune system can ward off external threats such as pathogens and infections while sparing our host tissues. A disruption of this intricate balance between ‘self’ and ‘non-self’ leads to
Why Sleep Position Matters for TED Symptoms
Thyroid eye disease (TED) is a complex autoimmune condition affecting the tissues around the eyes and is commonly associated with other thyroid conditions such as Graves’ disease (1). It is
How Regular Eye Exams Can Prevent Advanced Complications in Thyroid Eye Disease (TED)
Thyroid Eye Disease (TED), also known as Graves’ orbitopathy, is an autoimmune disorder characterized by proptosis (protruding or bulging eyes), inflammation, tissue remodeling, fat expansion, and fibrosis in the orbit
Common Misconceptions About Thyroid Eye Disease
Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) is most commonly associated with hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) from Graves’ disease but can also occur with overactive, underactive or even normal thyroids (2). The associated inflammation
The Impact of Smoking Cessation on Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) Outcomes
Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) is sometimes called Graves’ orbitopathy pror Graves’ ophthalmopathy and its development and severity are associated with several risk-factors such as uncontrolled thyroid levels, radioiodine treatment, high
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